Top 10 Cultural Tours in Guatemala, Guatemala

May 15, 2022 Vivienne Hutton

Coordinates: 15°30′N 90°15′W / 15.500°N 90.250°W / 15.500; -90.250
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1. Half Day Experience in Antigua Guatemala - Collective tour

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Youtube Video Experience: https://youtu.be/tpSymGu6yf8 Visit this magnificent colonial city of over 400 years old, and just one hour from Guatemala City. Beautifully preserved with its convents and churches, stately homes and gardens that evoke the tranquility and splendor of past epochs. Antigua is today a center of much activity. It hosts many cultural gatherings, seminars, congresses, weddings and also the center where crafts from all over the country meet. Cerro de la cruz is a must do in this experience.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

Reviewed By farmerjohn1324

Everything was great. Ruben was a great and informative guide. Couldn't ask for more. Definitely worth it!

2. Private La Antigua Villages Tour

Hotel Casa Santo Domingo, 3a Calle Oriente 28 A, Antigua Guatemala, Guatemala MB Guatemaya Travel
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Be picked up from your hotel to appreciate Antigua's surrounding beautiful landscape from the hill of the cross, enjoy spectacular views of the valley and surrounding volcanoes, continue to the convent/museum of the bishop’s Palace in San Juan del Obispo. A village also known for its tradicional homemade fermented wine based on local fruits and chocolate workshops that will impress your paladar, next follows a scenic ride through small towns like San Pedro Las Huertas where the jade workshops stand out and Ciudad Vieja considered an old capital. At the end we have a stop at the Mayan town of San Antonio Aguas Calientes to learn about traditional Mayan textiles at the weaving cooperative; famous for creating some of the best textiles in the country.

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Professional guide, Bottled water

Exclusions: TIPS (10% recommended based on satisfaction), Personal Expenses

Reviewed By 61tiar

Erwin was an absolutely fantastic tour guide! He is extremely knowledgeable and definitely has a passion for his city! He even recommended and joined us for an extremely delicious, traditional Guatemalan meal. We not only had a blast on our tour, but also gained a life long friend. I highly recommend taking a tour with Erwin.

3. Lake Atitlan Day Tour From Antigua

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Lake Atitlan is one of the most beautiful destination in Guatemala. You cannot miss this place. This day tour is ideal if you want to experience culture and nature in one activity. Our driver will pick you up at your hotel in Antigua to take you in a 2:30 hour drive to the beautiful highlands of Guatemala. This transfer is private an exclusively for you and your family or friends. This transportation mode gives the opportunity to stop along the road at couple of places that are worth visiting, such as the lake's viewpoint. Our tour guide is a local Mayan inhabitant that will share with you his knowledge as a certified guide but also his experience in life as a Mayan descendent.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Boat Transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Trvl_Mor_Often

If you are traveling to Guatemala, you have to ride with Byron! He had all of the essentials covered! He was right there for us when we arrived at the airport with a sign and everything. His vehicle was well maintained and absolutely pristine. Not only was he polite, kind and great with kids; he also spoke flawless English which helped quite a bit because my Spanish is... a little rusty. I cannot say enough good things about this experience. He went above and beyond in every way possible including but not limited to amazing knowledge of local custom and history. My wife and I have traveled all over the world and I can say I would come back to Guatemala just to see Byron again. He was that good!

4. Yaxha VIP Private Sunset Tour with transportation

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Private sunset tour of Yaxha National Park with round-trip transportation from hotels in Flores and Tikal. You'll learn about Mayan history and culture, archaeology, flora and fauna, and see the sun set from the top of a temple. What sets our tours apart from others is our dedication and love for our work and our empathetic approach towards guests. We strive to ensure that our tours exceed your expectations in every way, but especially in terms of experience and value. Tikal VIP Tours is aptly named for the importance of our clients—we strive to provide a VIP experience for everyone and hope that your time in Guatemala will be an experience of a lifetime.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Bottled water, Tour guide

Exclusions: Lunch, All Fees and Taxes, Park ticket

Reviewed By shaunneh2015

Elmer was without question the best tour guide I have ever had for a tour of ancient ruins. I have been to Machu Picchu, Angkor Wat and several other sites around the world with guides but Elmers knowledge of Tikal surpassed them all. His English is incredible too, being very easy to understand. If you are touring Tikal I highly recommend his services.

5. Tikal VIP Private Sunset Tour with transportation

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Private sunset tour of Tikal National Park with round-trip transportation from hotels in Flores and Tikal. You'll learn about Mayan history and culture, archaeology, flora and fauna, and see the sun set from the top of lost World piramid. What sets our tours apart from others is our dedication and love for our work and our empathetic approach towards guests. We strive to ensure that our tours exceed your expectations in every way, but especially in terms of experience and value. Tikal VIP Tours is aptly named for the importance of our clients—we strive to provide a VIP experience for everyone and hope that your time in Guatemala will be an experience of a lifetime.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Tour guide, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Dinner, All Fees and Taxes, Park ticket

Reviewed By shaunneh2015

Elmer was without question the best tour guide I have ever had for a tour of ancient ruins. I have been to Machu Picchu, Angkor Wat and several other sites around the world with guides but Elmers knowledge of Tikal surpassed them all. His English is incredible too, being very easy to understand. If you are touring Tikal I highly recommend his services.

6. Chichicastenango & Lake Atitlan Day, from Guatemala City or Antigua

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Chichicastenango is an indigenous Town in the Guatemalan Highlands where a kaleidoscope of colors takes place. You'll are able to interact with Local people, dressed the original Mayan gowns. Home to one of the largest outdoor markets in Latin America, is not only Guatemala’s biggest and best market, but also its most historic. This little town has been a main trading center since before the conquistadors arrived in the Americas. Afterwards imagine an immense lake, sparkling in the sunlight, surrounded by mountains and volcanoes covered with blooming wildflowers and lots of Mayan Culture...That’s exactly where we'll take you to discover the lake’s secret magic.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Driver and Tour Guide., Lunch

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By yurykravchuk

Impeccable service, everything was organized at the highest level. Thank you for a wonderful trip to Guatemala.

7. Tikal VIP Private Day Tour from Flores with transportation

Linea Dorada, Flores, Guatemala Tikal VIP Tours
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Private day tour of Tikal National Park with round-trip transportation from the airport and hotels in Flores. You can expect to learn about Mayan and Guatemalan history and culture, archaeology, and the region's flora and fauna. What sets our tours apart from others is our dedication and love for our work and our empathetic approach towards guests. We strive to ensure that our tours exceed your expectations in every way, but especially in terms of experience and value. Tikal VIP Tours is aptly named for the importance of our clients—we strive to provide a VIP experience for everyone and hope that your time in Guatemala will be an experience of a lifetime.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Tour guide

Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Lunch, Park ticket

Reviewed By zacharyk2014

I visited both Tikal and Yaxha with VIP tours. Elmer is absolutely a phenomenal tour guide. You cannot go wrong booking Elmer, as his knowledge is outstanding and he really gives people a VIP treatment with hotel pick up, flexibility, and the small touches. As far as the park itself, it was well worth the visit. Smaller than Tikal. The day I went, there was literally 1 other group in the entire place, so it felt like I had the entire place to myself. Maybe this was due to COVID and/or going mid-week. Either way, it was awesome to go. One tip - do the sunset tour. It overlooks two lakes & you can see for miles.

8. Coffee Tour & Local Villages Tour in Antigua Guatemala

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Do you want to learn more about the real culture of the surrounding villages of Antigua Guatemala? This is the perfect opportunity to really see the local towns and to have a one-to-one experience. The tour has culture, beverages tasting and the chance to know great local people and learn about their colorful costumes. We are sure you will enjoy this tour.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, A coffee tasting is included, An artisanal wine tasting is included

Exclusions: Gratuities

9. Chichicastenango Market and Lake Atitlan day tour with lunch from Guatemala city

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When you arrive at the Chichicastenango market you will start the walking tour. This is located in the center of the town and is the heart of the commercial life of the Maxeños, the natives of Chichicastenango. Every Thursday and Sunday, merchants head to the central square to sell their products in this impressive indigenous market that has changed very little over the centuries. Explore the narrow streets and admire the products and crafts offered by the locals. In Chichicastenango you will also visit the church of Santo Tomás, built in 1540 on the basis of a pre-Hispanic temple. This is a magnificent example of colonial architecture and the Mayan and Latin influence is evident inside and outside the building.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Lunch

Exclusions: Private transportation, Breakfast, Coffee and/or Tea, Bottled water

Reviewed By tvans19

Excellent experience! This was one of the best walking tours I’ve been on. Armando was a great guide, who’s very kind and knowledgeable of the area. He made me feel safe and put a lot of care into making sure you have the best possible experience. The amount of things covered throughout the tour is remarkable. I highly recommend this tour if you plan to visit Guatemala City. Thanks again. ☺️

10. Private Full-Day Lake Atitlan Tour

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You will explore Lake Atitlan with local people in a fun way who will be happy to share their lifestyle and traditions. The tour is private and flexible according to your tastes and preferences. The trip to the lake lasts 3 hours each way, upon arrival you will take a shared boat to explore the villages around the lake.

Inclusions: Shared boat transfers, Tuc Tuc rides, Admission fees , Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Breakfast

Reviewed By Ghoza

A surprising great day thanks to our tour guide, Gustavo. He was very knowledgeable of Guatemala’s history and flexible with itinerary. He took us to a great spot with local cuisine for lunch. Highly recommend.

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